It’s my second day in the windy city of Quito, Ecuador. I haven't done much in the way of exploring or venturing out of my apartment- I guess you could attribute that to the fact that the city is a little more daunting when you’re alone and don’t speak much of the language. That being said, I am very thankful to be able to live with one of my host sisters from this summer!
My two flights from the US went well, with no issues to report. I landed at the airport around 11:30 local time (we’re one hour behind the states at the moment). At the suggestion of my local friends, I took an airport shuttle bus from the new airport to the old airport, which they have converted into a sort of bus terminal. It was much cheaper to travel this way (and safer!). Once I arrived at the old airport, I caught a taxi to my new apartment! Places can be hard to find in Ecuador since most don’t have exact addresses, but it was relatively easy to get to and close by. As for my taxi driver… he "might could use" some prayers for patience :p
I am looking forward to learning how to use the city bus system (now those crowds… I could probably do without), finding the best restaurants, and learning to cook some local cuisine! I am also excited for/nervous about meeting the staff at the university I’m working at and getting started with classes. This will be something totally new and unique for me.. working with adults. Yikes! I never thought I’d be teaching anyone that tall (well, unless you count some of my gigantic middle schoolers).
I already miss my family and friends and still occasionally daydream about my future house and buying decorations, but this is my life for the next year! I expect you all to learn Spanish so I’ll have people to practice with when I come home and I’d love for you all to stay in touch via any form of social media that uses wifi!
Thanks for reading!
Live and love <3
Katey
Isaiah 41:10
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